Decus Proceedings

This document contains the collected papers and presentations from the 1962 meetings of the Digital Equipment Computer Users Society (DECUS). The proceedings are organized into several sections, covering:

• Utility Programs and Techniques: Methods for peripheral processing on large systems, PDP-1 systems tapes, the TED tape editor, and the SCOPETRACE debugging tool.
• Problem Oriented Techniques: Applications including Minimax detection station placement, optical design using the PDP-1, and multivariable system analysis via color scope.
• Hardware and Input-Output Techniques: Film reading systems using computers, ITEK display systems, and time-sharing for the PDP-1.
• Panel Discussion: A debate between proponents of MACRO and DECAL programming languages.
• Appendix: A detailed program of the 1962 Annual Meeting and an attendance list.